2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2009 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Albea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Albea weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Cordoba | 2009 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Cordoba | Albea |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |